Recall 13V-224: 2010–2012 Altec AT200A, 2010–2012 Altec AT235 and 6 more
Altec Industries Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 29, 2013, covering about 761 vehicles.
The problem
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 AT200A, AT235/235P, AT237, AT248F, AT35/37-G, and AT40-G aerial devices built on Ford F550 chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating of 19,500lbs. The battery cable going to the unit auxiliary functions could be damaged and possibly short to ground.
The risk
If the battery cable shorts to ground, it may overheat, resulting in a fire.
The fix
Altec began notifying affected owners on April 24, 2013. Dealers will re-route the auxiliary function battery cables. Owners may contact Altec at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's recall number is CSN 565.
Notes
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Altec Industries Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V224000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Altec AT200A | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT235 | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT235P | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT237 | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT248F | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT35-G | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT37-G | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Altec AT40-G | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V-224?
Altec Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 AT200A, AT235/235P, AT237, AT248F, AT35/37-G, and AT40-G aerial devices built on Ford F550 chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating of 19,500lbs. The battery cable going to the unit auxiliary functions could be damaged and possibly short to ground.
How is recall 13V-224 fixed?
Altec began notifying affected owners on April 24, 2013. Dealers will re-route the auxiliary function battery cables. Owners may contact Altec at 1-800-860-0183. Altec's recall number is CSN 565.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.